{"id":22915,"date":"2026-03-17T14:15:40","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T14:15:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tt-blogs.dealerfire.com\/akinsford\/?p=22915"},"modified":"2026-03-17T14:15:41","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T14:15:41","slug":"whats-the-best-used-ford-ranger-model-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/blog\/whats-the-best-used-ford-ranger-model-year\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s the Best Used Ford Ranger Model Year?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your Guide to the Best Used Ford Ranger Years to Buy\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When shopping for a dependable midsize pickup, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/new-ford-ranger-winder-ga\">Ford Ranger<\/a><\/strong> stands out as one of the smartest used truck buys on the market today. Since its return to the U.S. in 2019, the Ranger has offered modern capability, strong towing power, and impressive reliability\u2014making it an excellent choice for drivers around Winder and the greater Atlanta area. At Akins Ford of Winder, GA, we often recommend the Ranger for buyers who want a newer truck without the new-truck price. So, what&#8217;s the best <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/used-ranger-winder-ga\">used Ford Ranger <\/a><\/strong>model year?\u00a0Nearly every\u00a0model year from 2019 through today is a solid\u00a0option\u2014but some years stand out more than others.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-background has-black-background-color has-black-color\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/new-vehicles-winder-ga\"><strong>View our inventory<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/contact-akins-ford-in-winder-ga\"><strong>Contact us<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-background has-black-background-color has-black-color\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Why the Ford Ranger Is a Great Used Truck<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The reintroduced Ranger brought back everything drivers loved about earlier generations\u2014durability, efficiency, and versatility\u2014while adding modern tech and safety features. Because the current generation is still relatively new, most used Ranger models on the market are low-mileage and well-equipped.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3>What&#8217;s the <span data-contrast=\"auto\">Best Ford Ranger Model Year to Buy<\/span>? Five Options to Consider<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140302\/2022-Ford-Ranger-XLT_A_o-1024x334.jpg\" alt=\"2022 Ford Ranger XLT side view on white\" class=\"wp-image-22917\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140302\/2022-Ford-Ranger-XLT_A_o-1024x334.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140302\/2022-Ford-Ranger-XLT_A_o-300x98.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140302\/2022-Ford-Ranger-XLT_A_o-768x251.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140302\/2022-Ford-Ranger-XLT_A_o.jpg 1410w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>2022 model year<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2022\u20132023 Ford Ranger (Top Picks)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If&nbsp;you&#8217;re&nbsp;looking for the best overall value, the 2022 and 2023 Ranger models are the standouts.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Proven 2.3L EcoBoost engine with&nbsp;strong performance<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Updated technology and safety features<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These years hit the sweet spot: new enough to feel modern, but old enough to be more affordable than a brand-new model.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140204\/2021-Ford-Ranger-XLT-A-3_o-1024x334.jpg\" alt=\"2021 Ford Ranger front and side view\" class=\"wp-image-22916\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140204\/2021-Ford-Ranger-XLT-A-3_o-1024x334.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140204\/2021-Ford-Ranger-XLT-A-3_o-300x98.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140204\/2021-Ford-Ranger-XLT-A-3_o-768x251.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140204\/2021-Ford-Ranger-XLT-A-3_o.jpg 1410w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>2021 model year<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2021 Ford Ranger (Great Value Option)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The 2021 Ranger offers a strong balance between price and capability.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Available off-road packages like Tremor<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Excellent towing capacity (up to 7,500&nbsp;lbs)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s&nbsp;a great pick for buyers who want modern features while saving a bit more money compared to newer models.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140350\/20-Ford-Ranger-A-1_o-1024x334.jpg\" alt=\"2020 Ford Ranger front and side view\" class=\"wp-image-22918\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140350\/20-Ford-Ranger-A-1_o-1024x334.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140350\/20-Ford-Ranger-A-1_o-300x98.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140350\/20-Ford-Ranger-A-1_o-768x251.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140350\/20-Ford-Ranger-A-1_o.jpg 1410w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>2020 model year<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2020 Ford Ranger (Budget-Friendly Sweet Spot)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The 2020 model is one of the best budget-friendly used Rangers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lower average purchase price on the used market<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Same turbocharged performance as newer models<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;looking for maximum value, this is often where price and performance meet.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140440\/2019-Ford-Ranger-A-4_o-1024x334.jpg\" alt=\"2019 Ford Ranger side view\" class=\"wp-image-22919\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140440\/2019-Ford-Ranger-A-4_o-1024x334.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140440\/2019-Ford-Ranger-A-4_o-300x98.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140440\/2019-Ford-Ranger-A-4_o-768x251.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140440\/2019-Ford-Ranger-A-4_o.jpg 1410w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>2019 model year<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2019 Ford Ranger (Most Affordable Entry Point)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As the first year of the Ranger\u2019s return, the 2019 model is typically the least expensive.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ideal for budget-conscious buyers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Widely available on the used market<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">However,&nbsp;for a&nbsp;first model year,&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;wise to choose a well-maintained example with a clean history.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140525\/2024_Ranger_XL_A_O-1024x334.jpg\" alt=\"2024 Ford Ranger side view on white\" class=\"wp-image-22920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140525\/2024_Ranger_XL_A_O-1024x334.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140525\/2024_Ranger_XL_A_O-300x98.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140525\/2024_Ranger_XL_A_O-768x251.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2026\/03\/17140525\/2024_Ranger_XL_A_O.jpg 1410w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>2024 model year<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2024\u20132026 Ford Ranger (Newest Used Options)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you want something closer to new, newer Ranger models offer:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Updated styling and interior redesign<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Latest tech and driver-assist features<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Just keep in mind that newer models may come at a higher price and, like many modern vehicles, occasional recalls can occur as updates roll out.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Final Thoughts: Which Ford Ranger Should You Buy?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Best Overall:<\/strong> 2022\u20132023 Ranger\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\">H<\/span>ighest <span data-contrast=\"auto\">Value: <\/span><\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2020\u20132021 Ranger\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Best Budget Option:<\/strong> 2019 Ranger\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Most Modern Features: <\/strong>2024+ Ranger\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">No matter which year you choose, the Ford Ranger offers a compelling mix of durability, capability, and modern comfort\u2014making it one of the smartest used truck purchases available today.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If&nbsp;you&#8217;re&nbsp;ready to explore used Ranger models near Atlanta, the team at Akins Ford in Winder is here to help you find the right truck for your needs and budget.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/test-drive-cars-winder-ga\"><strong>Schedule Test Drive<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/vehicle-financing-in-winder-ga\"><strong>Credit Application<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/auto-loan-calculator-winder-ga\"><strong>Calculate Payments<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/ford-model-information\"><strong>Ford Model Research<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr 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